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S881 SRJ

1998 Suzuki GS500

Black Petrol 487cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

59,635 mi
Last recorded59,635 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki GS50024,455 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS881 SRJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGS500
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine487cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2021 59,635 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit on limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 58,075 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 56,980 miles

advise rear brake slightly binding and pads getting low

Pass 31 Jan 2018 50,096 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 44,543 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 44,149 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Sep 2014 43,324 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 7 Jun 2013 38,298 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 38,298 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 33,338 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2012 33,338 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 27,385 miles

front disc pads getting low

Pass 20 May 2010 22,207 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,147 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki GS500?

Based on 55,003 MOT tests across 6,013 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
1,009
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,184
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 915
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 875
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 515
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 471
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S881 SRJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS500 in Black with a 487cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki GS500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 24,455 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki GS500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,184 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S881 SRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki GS500 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki GS500 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S881 SRJ registered?

S881 SRJ is a 1998 Suzuki GS500, first registered on 8 September 1998.

Is S881 SRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S881 SRJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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